What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical assistant position at Stony Brook Administrative Services?
General Summary :
Responsible for performing a variety of duties that may be both clinical and administrative tasks. This includes assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental and organizational tasks.
Expected to provide information to patients so that they benefit from the clinical services.
Essential Functions :
Check schedules, organize patient flow, room patients.
Collect patient history including medications and reason for visit, chart in EMR, relay information
Set up equipment, maintain cleanliness of exam rooms, order supplies, keep exam rooms stocked
Assist with minor procedures, handle specimens, do CLIA waived tests
Send and receive medical records, obtain Lab & Test Results
Ensure patient results are reviewed by physician in a timely manner, provide appropriate followup as directed
Follow HIPAA guidelines
Other duties as necessary
Category Medical Assistant
Exempt / Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Location North Shore Digestive Medicine
Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time
Position Requirements
Education :
High School Diploma or GED
Medical Assistant Diploma from accredited institution or community college
Appropriate Certifications in Medical Assisting, EKGs and Phlebotomy
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Computer skills including knowledge of EMRs
Experience :
Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility or provider's office
And / or documented evidence of externship in a medical office
EKGs, vital signs, venipuncture experience
Physical Demands :
Medical Assistants may spend a great deal of their professional day walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies.
It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day. Bending or twisting of the body may also be a frequent occurrence.
Shift -not applicable-
Tags Benefits,401K, PTO, Life Insurance. Competitive Salary. Monday- 9-5 Wednesday 8-3 Thursday 7 : 30-12 Friday 9-2
Salary Range $20-$24.98 per hour based on previous experience
Position Medical Assistant
Open Date 8 / 12 / 2024
Last updated : 2024-09-03
Salary : $20 - $25